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March 22, 2010 Montana woman focuses on gift of adoption in original documentary
By Travis Burnham, Guest ContributorShare:  
March 22, 2010 — What does it take to give a gift that changes lives forever?
Mary Firth, of Missoula, Montana, asked such a question as she worked on her thesis project for her Master's of Fine Arts degree. During the 2005-06 school year Firth put together a 30-minute documentary entitled "The Giving." She documents the journey of six women and their experiences with placing their children for adoption.
Prior to making the documentary, her idea for a thesis was to film 10 commercials - but a certain experience changed her mind.
Firth and her husband David had the opportunity to meet the birth mother of their son Jason. Mary was touched by the struggle women go through when they place their children for adoption. Mary decided she needed to give birth mothers a voice.
But how does someone find women who not only have placed their children for adoption but are willing to speak about it publicly? It wasn't easy. Mary talked to every adoption agency in the Northwest and asked if they would give her contact information to the birth mothers who came in. Only one of the six women was found in this fashion. Four were found through word of mouth and the last one was found through an advertisement in the "Kaiman," the University of Montana's student newspaper.
Firth interviewed and interviewed. She ended talking with each woman for two hours. The interviewing wasn't easy.
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Image of the Week
By Craig Howard, News EditorShare:
March 22, 2010 — 
Under the lights
The Brigham Young University baseball team paid a visit to Spokane last week to battle the hometown Gonzaga Bulldogs in a two-game nonconference series at Washington Trust Field. An erstwhile gathering of BYU fans turned out Monday and Tuesday nights to cheer on the squad from Provo. The Zags won the first game 9-7 while the Cougars fought back to win the second contest 3-2. Photo by Craig Howard.
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Wholesome Recreational Guide - March 22-27
By Tanya Smith, Staff WriterShare:
March 22, 2010 — Register or get your tickets early for some exciting upcoming events in the Spokane Temple District. You won't want to miss Jon Schmidt, "Time Out for Women" or an Oregon trail pioneer exhibit...among others. Read on for more.
Jon Schmidt Concert
The BYU Management Society presents John Schmidt in Concert at the The Bing Crosby Theater March 29 at 7:30 p.m. Jon Schmidt is an engaging and popular musician who has been entertaining audiences for years with his unique ability on the keyboard. Tickets are $8 in advance, $10 at the door and can be purchased online. For more information, visit jonschmidt.com or contact Brent Sears 509-590-6220.
CVHS Performs "Brigadoon"
Central Valley High School in Spokane presents "Brigadoon," March 23-25, with each show at 7:30 p.m. A cast and crew of 75 students plus a full 20-piece orchestra, an original set, bagpipes, kilts, dancing and singing make this musical romantic comedy set in the Scottish Highlands a family favorite. Tickets are $8 and are available through the CVHS business office. For more information, call 228-5208.
"Time Out for Women"
Deseret Book's annual "Time Out for Women" in Spokane is entitled "Infinite Hope" and offers a weekend of inspiring speakers and musical performances for LDS women of all ages. The conference will be April 30-May 1 at the INB Performing Arts Center Auditorium. Discounted tickets are available through April 1 when you pre-register. Save even more if you pre-register with a group of five or more friends. For a list of guest speakers and musicians and to register online visit deseretbook.com/tofw.
"Run for the Trees"
Missoula Parks and Recreation's 18th annual "Run for the Trees" is Saturday, April 3, 2010 at 10 a.m. A great event for the whole family, all runners and walkers receive a T-shirt featuring the artwork of Missoula artist Monte Dolack, and a free tree seedling to plant. Participants are also eligible to win great prizes and gift certificates. Registration is $20 for adults and $15 for youth, if registered by March 28. Register at Currents Aquatics Center, or online at www.active.com.
"Baskets, Bonnets and Pincushions"
An exhibit at Washington State University in Pullman entitled "Baskets, Bonnets and Pincushions: Interpreting the Life and Work of Mary Richardson Walker," tells the story of a young missionary wife who traveled across the Oregon Trail in 1838 to help establish a mission near Spokane. Experience her life through her diaries, artwork, clothing, and household objects through April 8. The exhibit is located at WSU's Holland-Terrell Library in the Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections section. For more information visit pullmanchamber.com/upcoming-events
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